mhlcanada Posted July 4 #1 Share Posted July 4 We are a group of 6. Which is most cost effective way to get from LAX to cruise port in Long Beach? We are scheduled to arrive in LAX around 4pm and hoteling in Long Beach for the night before boarding next day. 1 Uber XL, airport shuttle, etc? Can someone recommend a reliable shuttle to Long Beach? This is our first time travelling in a group and prefer to ride in one vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Saint Greg Posted July 4 #2 Share Posted July 4 Probably UberX. Take the shuttle to LAX-It for Uber/Lyft/Taxi. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csm5986142 Posted July 4 #3 Share Posted July 4 I agree, we cruise out of long beach at least once a year and Uber/Lyft has always been the lowest price for us (and we fly in and out of both LAX and LGB). The ride share lot is kind of a pain at LAX since you have to either walk or shuttle to it. If you don't have much luggage (we only travel with carry-ons) I honestly think it's easier to just walk (but I hate crowded shuttles). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BlerkOne Posted July 4 #4 Share Posted July 4 (edited) Look at https://www.execucar.com/ Skip LAX-It. When cruising out of Long Beach, we prefer flying into Long Beach Airport, if you can switch. Edited July 4 by BlerkOne 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhlcanada Posted July 4 Author #5 Share Posted July 4 Thanks all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted July 5 #6 Share Posted July 5 Group of 6 with luggage for a cruise, Uber might not be the best solution. For shuttles look at Xpress Shuttles LAX, Karmel, Zippy and Mickey's Spaceship Shuttle. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare dctravel Posted July 5 #7 Share Posted July 5 I have the same question, but we are only 4 people. With likely 4 suitcases (since we are staying on in LA after our cruise), we would have to book an Uber XL, which in principal is fine, but I have found some of the XL vehicles to be smaller than expected, which would be challenging with luggage. Based on reviews, I am thinking about using Skyline Shuttle, but I'm not quite ready to reserve yet for December! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john bowtie Posted July 6 #8 Share Posted July 6 Since you mentioned the most cost effective method. If you really want to keep costs down, metro rail to Long Beach is only $1.75/person one way. This requires taking a shuttle from Lax to the Rail Station as well as a transfer from C to A line--not ideal if you have luggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desert traveler Posted July 8 #9 Share Posted July 8 I am interested in transport for 2 people with luggage from LA port to LAX. I understand uber is an option but looking at other ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted July 9 #10 Share Posted July 9 5 hours ago, desert traveler said: I am interested in transport for 2 people with luggage from LA port to LAX. I understand uber is an option but looking at other ideas. What is it you are looking for? Uber is the fastest, most cost effective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desert traveler Posted July 9 #11 Share Posted July 9 18 hours ago, KeepCalmBearOn said: What is it you are looking for? Uber is the fastest, most cost effective. Interested in the best option. Sounds like Uber is the best option. Thank you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archipelago Posted July 13 #12 Share Posted July 13 If going to a hotel in Hollywood ..do I need to go to LAX IT ? How do you get there ? May stay one night pre cruise to see a cruise friend and stay at WHollywood and then go to Long Beach one night before the cruise . Not sure what to do ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted July 14 #13 Share Posted July 14 5 hours ago, Archipelago said: If going to a hotel in Hollywood ..do I need to go to LAX IT ? How do you get there ? May stay one night pre cruise to see a cruise friend and stay at WHollywood and then go to Long Beach one night before the cruise . Not sure what to do ??? When do you arrive (time of day)? How much luggage do you have? Are you traveling alone? If I didn't have much luggage, traveling solo, I might be tempted to take the Flyaway Bus to Downtown LA and the subway to Hollywood. https://www.flylax.com/flyaway-bus/union-station Uber would be my next choice and yes, you get your luggage, get on a LAX-it Bus and meet the Uber at the LAX-it Lot. There is no need to move hotels. Just stay in Hollywood/West Hollywood two nights and take an Uber in the morning to Long Beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archipelago Posted July 14 #14 Share Posted July 14 Okay Thank You very much ,! Very helpful ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Acrusa Posted July 15 #15 Share Posted July 15 I spoke to a rep. at the hotel we are staying in Long Beach and have arranged for a driver to pick us up at LAX and staying 3 nights and taking us to San Pedro for our cruise. Not cheap but I hope reliable LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranyw Posted July 18 #16 Share Posted July 18 Just some clarification for those that don’t know. Because there is so much congestion at LAX, there moved all the Uber and Lyft’s to an area called LAX-it (a pun on exit). You need to take a dedicated shuttle from the terminal’s to the rideshare area. It’s an extra step, at some point they area installing a people mover / tram to ease that also. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkster Posted July 18 #17 Share Posted July 18 27 minutes ago, Ranyw said: Just some clarification for those that don’t know. Because there is so much congestion at LAX, there moved all the Uber and Lyft’s to an area called LAX-it (a pun on exit). You need to take a dedicated shuttle from the terminal’s to the rideshare area. It’s an extra step, at some point they area installing a people mover / tram to ease that also. I've found that depending on which terminal you arrive at, it's sometimes easier to just walk to the LAX-it area rather than waiting for a shuttle (that hopefully isn't already full). It's a short walk from the terminals at the east end of the horseshoe (terminals 1, 7, and 8). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Acrusa Posted July 18 #18 Share Posted July 18 11 hours ago, pkster said: I've found that depending on which terminal you arrive at, it's sometimes easier to just walk to the LAX-it area rather than waiting for a shuttle (that hopefully isn't already full). It's a short walk from the terminals at the east end of the horseshoe (terminals 1, 7, and 8). Tell me if I'm wrong but I was informed that private limo companies and UBER X can pick you up in front of your arrival terminal at LAX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njhorseman Posted July 18 #19 Share Posted July 18 2 hours ago, Acrusa said: Tell me if I'm wrong but I was informed that private limo companies and UBER X can pick you up in front of your arrival terminal at LAX Private "black car" limos, yes. Not Uber X. You have to go to LAX-it for Uber X. Uber Black can pick you at your terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Acrusa Posted July 18 #20 Share Posted July 18 33 minutes ago, njhorseman said: Private "black car" limos, yes. Not Uber X. You have to go to LAX-it for Uber X. Uber Black can pick you at your terminal. Thanks I got the different types of UBER mixed up cause I do not have a UBER app LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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